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This chess game between Mikhail Stepanenko (1936) and Saveliy Lukyanov (1950) was played in 2017 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Philidor Defense (C41).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Mikhail Stepanenko vs Saveliy Lukyanov?
Mikhail Stepanenko vs Saveliy Lukyanov (2017) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Mikhail Stepanenko vs Saveliy Lukyanov?
The game opened with the Philidor Defense (ECO C41).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Mikhail Stepanenko vs Saveliy Lukyanov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.